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How to start your own windowsill herb garden

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There’s nothing nicer than snipping fresh herbs from your own indoor herb garden.

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It’s often too chilli outside for herbs to thrive. So if you have a window in the kitchen that receives plenty of sunlight, bring them in and sit them on the windowsill.

How to grow an indoor herb garden

Start with easy herbs like coriander, chives, mint and thyme. According to Bunnings’ Greenlife buyer Sharyn Petrzela, herbs like rosemary, basil and oregano can get a little bigger and you may need to plant them in a bigger pot.

Use premium potting mix to plant the seedlings in a self-watering pot – or place a saucer underneath. The ideal pot size is between 150mm and 200mm.

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How to keep your indoor herb garden healthy

Keep your plants healthy with these tips:

  • Turn your plants around occasionally so they get even growth.
  • Take your herb plants outside from time to time for some direct sunlight.
  • Don’t over water your herbs, and ensure they have good drainage.
  • Give your plants a boost with liquid fertilizer once a fortnight.
  • Trim leaves regularly for dense growth.

Best indoor herb gardens

Here is our round-up of the best planters to start your indoor herb garden.

1. Mini self watering bench planter, $129, Temple and Webster

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2. Buzzy Windowsill herb garden kit, $9.90, Clever Patch.

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3. URBIPOD clever irrigation and nutrient application system, $254, Hard to Find

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5. Umbra Triflora Hanging Planter, $73.65, Amazon

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